The Big Spenders

Focusing on the extravagant consumption of the Gilded Age, the book captures the lavish lifestyles of notable figures like James Gordon Bennett and Spencer Penrose. Through vivid anecdotes, Beebe showcases the excesses of the era, highlighting humorous and outrageous spending habits, such as Bennett's whimsical restaurant purchase and Penrose's self-imposed spending limit. This engaging exploration of opulence reflects both Beebe's enjoyment and the readers' fascination with the era's excesses.